Detroit’s West Side: This shooting victim was found @ 8 Mile & Ohio by responding 12th Precinct scouts. There was a little confusion on the scene as it appeared the shooting didn’t take place in Detroit, but in Ferndale.

Michigan State Police were approached by witnesses who directed them to the actual shooting scene, not in Ferndale, but in Royal Oak Township.

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Michigan State Police Statement

Royal Oak Twp Shooting: 9:11PM – Metro North Troopers are currently attempting to locate a shooting scene on the 21000 block of Parkside Blvd. Preliminary information from two callers was relayed through DPD communication giving different locations in Detroit and Ferndale.

Allegedly there are three suspects on foot no description at this time. Troops are collecting information at the scene and at Sinai Grace where the victim was transported. More information as it becomes available. Expect heavy law enforcement in the area.

Township of Royal Oak Shooting Update: 9:55PM – Preliminary Information, subject to change, At 800 PM 01/03, MSP was notified by DPD about a shooting that had occurred in the township. DPD had been in contact with the victim who was en route to Sinai Grace Hospital.

There was conflicting information about the whereabouts of the actual location that was originally reported as a residence on Parkside. However, responding Troopers made contact with witnesses who provided information identifying the location as the area of Bates/Garden.

Witnesses who were with the victim at the time of the shooting reported two suspects had shot the victim before fleeing on foot. A third subject joined the two suspects in running from the scene and is now considered to be a third suspect involved with this incident.

Troopers located evidence on the scene. MSP K9 is on scene looking for evidence/suspects and attempting a track for the weapon in the area. Troopers are also at Sinai Grace attempting to ascertain the victim’s condition as well as establish additional information.

Trooper 2 (MSP Aviation)is also assisting in a canvass of the area. The Second District Special Investigation Section is continuing the investigation. If you have information regarding this incident, please contact 248.584.5740. This is the last update this evening.

Township of Royal Oak Shooting: UPDATE: Update on Royal Oak Twp shooting: The victim has been identified as a 20 year old male and is currently at Sinai Grace Hospital. He is in critical but stable condition at this time.

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Originally from California, John Roberts came to Michigan in the trunk of a 62 Chevy Impala. A LEO & Military veteran, he spends his time wrangling wildlife, operating a gentleman's farm and burning ants with a magnifying glass. His free time is spent reporting real-time crime and fire incidents in the City of Detroit.